Avanti 261YGW, 261YGB User Manual [en, es, fr]

REFRIGERATOR

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Model No.:261YGW/YGB.

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

MANUEL D’UTILISATION

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Before use. Please read this manual carefully

Install door handle stored inside cabinet with
a Phillips head screwdriver.

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1. Reversible Door Slot
Ranuras de Puerta Reversible/Rainures de Porte Reversible

2. Leveling Leg
Patas de Nivelar/Vis a Nivellement

3. Tempered —Glass Door
Puerta De Cristal

4. Temperature Control Knob
Control de Temperaturas/Cadran du Thermostat

5. Removable Shelves
Estantes Removibles/Tablettes Amovibles

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
This appliance should be properly grounded for your safety. The power cord
of this appliance is equipped with a three-prong plug which mates vvith
standard three prong wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock

• Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third ground prong
from power cord supplied.

• Use of extension cords are not recommended.

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INSTALLATION

• Place your appliance on a floor strong enough to support it when fully
loaded.

• This appliance is designed for free standing only and should not be
recessed or built-in.

• Let air circulate freely around appliance. Keep rear 4 inches away from
wall and at least 3 inches space on sides.

• The location you choose should be away from beat sources like stove,
heater or radiator.

• .-\void installing your appliance in humid places (like next to sinks).

SETTING THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL

The temperature control dial has settings from the warmest(‘‘Min”) to the
coldest(‘‘Max") counterclockwise,plus “OFF”.
Initially set the dial to the “NORMAL'’position. After using the refrigerator
for a full day, adjust the dial to the setting that is best suited to your needs.
Turning the control to the "OFF”stops the cooling cycle. You must allow
at least 3 minutes before starting it again.

CLEANING AND MALNTENANCE

Unplug the refrigerator and remove food,shelves and tray. Wash inside with
a solution of warm water and baking soda. Then rinse and dry. Do not use
soaps,detergents or spray cleaners as they may cause odors inside compartment.

Wadt ice cube tray, Selves and drip tray in mild detergent solution and dry­with a soft cloth.

To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking soda inside the
refrigerator, on the shelf.

Wipe outside of refrigerator with a soft cloth dampened with soapy water.

Use only mild, soapy water to clean the door gasket.

VACATION AND MOVING CARE

VACATION

Remove all the food if you are going for a month or more. Unplug the
refrigerator and clean it. Rinse well and dry. Keep doors open far enough
for air to get in. This will keep odor and mold from building up.

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MOVING
Remove all food. Unplug the refrigerator and dean it thoroughly.

Take out all removable parts. Wrap all parts and tape them together so they

do not shift and rattle. Tape the door shut.

Be sure refrigerator stays in upright position during actual moving and in van.
Protect outside of refrigerator with blanket.

When you get to your new home, refer to "INSTALLATION'’ Paragraph.

"Important Safety Instructions”

Awarmng

To reduce the risk of firej electrical shock, or injury when
using your refrigerator follow these basic precautions:

• Read all instructions before using the refrigerator.

• Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past.Junked or aban

doned refrigerators are still dangerous...even if they will “just sit in the garage a

few days"

If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, do it safely. Please read the
safety booklet from the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers.Help prevent
accidents,

• Never allow children to operate, play with, or crawl inside the refrigerator

• Never clean refrigerator parts with flammable fluids. The fumes can create a
lire hazard or explosion.

• FOR YOUR SAFETY •

DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS

AND LIQUIDS IN THE VtCTNITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE.

iTHE FUMES CAN CREATE A FIRE HAZARD OR EXPLOSION .

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Changing the Reversible Door

This refrigerator comes from the factory with the door hinges on the right.

If you wish to change the opening direction,follow instructions below.

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